Thursday, April 2, 2015

Shikanji - Indian Lemonade

Summer Vacations are here ! Means that time of the year when we can have Ice-creams, Kulfis, Shikanji, Orange pop sticks without any roktok (stoppage). So today's post is about my favorite refreshing drink which is very famous in North India -Shikanji ! A healthy refreshing drink with an addition of lemon, cumin powder and kala nanak. Outside any Office gate, school or college you are sure to find a thelawala selling Shikanji for mere Rs. 5 ! Easy on your pocket too you see !

Summer is spreading it’s tentacles and to avoid getting dehydrated and refresh your senses there is nothing more effective than a large glass of fresh lemonade or “Shikanji ". Although there are canned and concentrated drinks available in the market, but you are never sure of what ingredients are being applied to enhance it’s taste or prolong it’s packed life. Lime being best source of Vitamin C protects body from various skin related diseases. So go ahead and enjoy a hot summer with ease.

Ingredients:2 Lemons, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutesSoda / Sprite, chilled Or you can use chilled water instead3 tbsp Sugar OR as required + 3 tbsp Water {Stir until dissolved}1 tsp Roasted Cumin powder (jeera powder)1/2 tsp Black Salt1/4 tsp Ginger powderFew Mint leavesA few Ice cubesMethod:Roll the lemons over your kitchen counter by slightly pressing them down. This actually helps them to release their juice. Slice the lemons and discard the seeds. Squeeze the juice with the help of your hand and keep aside.